

17: Narcissism, avoidants and why anxious attachers date unavailable people with LMHC Jessica Baum
79 snips May 12, 2023
LMHC Jessica Baum joins the podcast to discuss narcissism, anxious and avoidant dynamics, and how to date and spot a narcissist. The speakers explore setting boundaries with narcissists, the impact of avoidance and anxious attachment styles on relationships, understanding developmental shame and healing childhood trauma, avoiding responsibility in relationships, neurodivergent dating, the importance of eye contact and being rude, and techniques for managing anxiety in dating.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Understanding Narcissism and Setting Boundaries
01:34 • 10min
Avoidance and Anxious Attachment Styles
11:41 • 10min
Understanding Developmental Shame and Healing Childhood Trauma
22:02 • 12min
Avoiding Responsibility and Lack of Self-Awareness in Relationships
34:08 • 3min
Understanding Negative Behaviors and Neurodivergent Dating
36:52 • 2min
Avoiding Eye Contact and Being Rude
39:12 • 4min
Managing Anxiety and Staying Present in Dating
42:46 • 3min